On 15 Dec 2006 12:31:27 -0800, "PM" wrote:

Ok, so here's the deal, I live in a rented townhouse that does not have
an outdoor outlet. I used to run an extension chord in through the
kitchen window to a surge protector but that means my window is not
locked and also lets in cold air. Last year I bought a light socket to
outlet converter and put it in my porch light which I then ran my
extension chord to. I was considering doing it again but I'm concerned
that there is too much electricity running through my setup for it to
be safe. The wiring coming out of the light is just two small black
and white wires and I'm afraid that I might overload them and start a
fire. Does anyone have any advice on this? I usually string 3 or 4
sets into the outlet.

Thanks!!

3 or 4 strings of the mini lights are not a problem, but if they are
C7 or C9, or floodlights etc. that is too much. If u dont want to put
an outlet outside, leave heavy duty cord in window. Put foam to seal
window and place sticks above the window so it cant be opened from
outside (security).